PG [FCPS/CPS] Introduction

Whether a FCPS from College of Physicians

Whether a FCPS from College of Physicians & Surgeons (CPS) of Mumbai recognized or de-recognized by MedicalCouncil of India (MCI) has an answer in past tense and present tense. The present tense is that FCPS from College of Physicians & Surgeons (CPS) of Mumbai is de-recognized by MedicalCouncil of India (MCI).

The past tense is that FCPS of Mumbai was recognized in the past by Medical Council of India (MCI) only to be de-recognized by MCI now.

“Before making any decision to enroll in College of Physicians & Surgeons (CPS) let us get enlightened. A chart is presented below which is self-explanatory”.

And before we study the chart, let us understand what College of Physicians & Surgeons (CPS) is: The College of Physicians & Surgeons (CPS) of Mumbai is an examining body like Royal College of Surgeons, England and National Board of Examinations, New Delhi. And FCPS is a fellowship awarded by College of Physicians & Surgeons (CPS) of Mumbai and claimed to be equal to FRCS of England.

FCPS from College of Physicians and Surgeons of Mumbai Recognized by MCI Status

MMC* – Maharashtra Medical Council,

GMC* – Gujarat Medical Council,

MCI* – Medical Council of India

Present scenerio about the MCI recognition of FCPS

After studying the chart it is absolutely clear what is the present scenario about the MCI recognition of FCPS of Mumbai:

FCPS is recognized by Maharashtra Medical Council from March 15, 2010;

FCPS is recognized by Gujarat Medical Council from August 26, 2011;

FCPS is de-recognized by Medical Council of India (MCI) from December 12, 2009.

Regarding the de-recognition status with MCI, there is an exception. The Central government has clarified that students who are enrolled in Fellowship of College for Physicians & Surgeons (CPS), Mumbai before December 12, 2009 – such candidates will be considered to have the FCPS course to be given recognition by Medical Council of India (MCI).

FCPS from College of Physicians & Surgeons of Mumbai is recognized by MCI till December 2, 2009

From the above mentioned chart it is clear that Fellowship from College of Physicians & Surgeons (CPS) of Mumbai is given recognition by Medical Council of India (MCI) only for the students who have joined College of Physicians & Surgeons (CPS) of Mumbai or institutes affiliated to College of Physicians & Surgeons (CPS) before December 2, 2009. This is clarified by Central Government vide notification as mentioned below:

“Central Government of India vide F.No.C.18018/3/2009-ME (P-II) dated 24.8.2011 clarified that the student who got admission before 02.12.2009 shall stand recognized by MCI”.

Such qualified students will be considered to be given recognition by MCI. And can get registered with MCI to become eligible for applying to any government job and hospital in India or practice in any part of India.

FCPS from College of Physicians & Surgeons of Mumbai is De-Recognized by MCI after December 2, 2009

Well when it comes to students who have joined the College of Physicians & Surgeons (CPS) of Mumbai or institutes affiliated to College of Physicians & Surgeons (CPS) after December 2, 2009. In such a situation FCPS stands to be given de-recognition by MedicalCouncil of India (MCI), vide notification as mentioned below:

In such a scenario the students will be losing the opportunities and thus becoming ineligible to be considered for government post or even to practice with restrictions in India, except for the states in India where Fellowship from CPS of Mumbai is given recognition by state medical councils.

FCPS from College of Physicians & Surgeons of Mumbai is Recognized by MedicalCouncil of Maharashtra (MMC)

The good news to the aspirants is that Maharashtra Medical Council on March 15, 2010 has recognized FCPS from College of Physicians & Surgeons (CPS) of Mumbai, videnotification as mentioned below:

Hence the students who have joined Fellowship from CPS, Mumbai have the wonderful opportunities to become eligible to apply for jobs in the top government hospitals and establishment in whole of Maharashtra. Thus placing themselves in respectable and secure positions in this rich state of Maharashtra.

FCPS from College of Physicians & Surgeons of Mumbai is Recognized by MedicalCouncil of Gujarat (GMC)

Following in the footsteps of Maharashtra another state of India took the initiative to recognize FCPS in its state. Gujarat Medical Council on August 12, 2011 has given recognition FCPS vide notification as mentioned below:

Hence the students who have qualified FCPS of Mumbai become eligible for joining state government posts in Gujarat and to practice with honour. The doors are wide open for FCPS qualified professional to occupy themselves in the prestigious levels of Gujarat.

FCPS within confines of Maharashtra & Gujarat

However, if you are planning to make a career within the confines of Maharashtra & Gujarat, then one should go ahead to enroll in College for Physicians & Surgeons (CPS) of Mumbai.

Before enrolling to any Institution in India for training, aspirants are advised to check up with the affiliation of that institution in India is renewed by the College of Physicians and Surgeons (CPS) of Mumbai and make sure to verify the expiry of affiliation.

From the facts stated above, the ball is in the court of FCPS aspirants, whether to enroll or not to enrol. The writing is clear on the wall, about whether FCPS is recognized by MCI.

Eligibility :

A student desirous of joining a CPS PG Course must posses MBBS or its equivalent qualification recognized by the Medical Council of India.

Candidate must hold Permanent Registration with the Maharashtra Medical Council or the State Medical Council where the CPS courses are recognized prior to enrollment.

Procedure :

The enrollment of the student to CPS will be held twice a year in the month of February and August.

Notice regarding Entrance Examination shall be advertised by the CPS recognized Institutions preferably one month in advance in local news papers along with the number of vacant posts available in the respective subjects.

The candidate is required to acquire a recognized stipendiary resident post at the affiliated institution recognized by CPS in the desirous subjects after qualifying in merit of the Entrance Examination. Selection to be made strictly on the basis of the merit of the entrance examination. Minimum 50% marks will be required to qualify in the merit list.

Along with duly filled enrollment form, candidate has to submit copies of following documents to CPS office for enrollment: